Mikki Gay of Breath of Life in Blythewood, S.C., leads the group in a brainstorming session.
Leaders write down their goals and ideas for the future of the ministry on sticky notes.
Ministries share about themselves on posters around the meeting room. Redeemer Lutheran Church in Toledo, Ohio, introduces their staff and celebrates their greatest joys.
In addition to sharing ideas, the meeting was an opportunity for leaders to hear the stories from across the country of ministries working with and among those experiencing homelessness.
Leaders meet with Mark Hanson, ELCA presiding bishop, to share their stories and discuss their ministries’ needs.
The participants gather after their work is done.
The ELCA’s new homeless ministry network aims to work \”with and among\” people experiencing poverty and homelessness.